This method is for the determination of Legionella from water. A portion of the sample is cultured in an agar medium and incubated for seven days. After incubation, any Legionella colonies are counted using a micrscope.
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| Hold Times, Preservatives, Preps, Collection, Analytical & Documentation | |
|---|---|
| Holding Time: | Analyze samples as soon as possible after collection. Ideally the analyses should be started within 24 hours of collection. |
| Preservatives: | Store the samples at 5 ± 3°C before analysis. |
| Required Preps: | Sterile 4oz plastic bottle with Teflon-lined lid |
| Collection Method: | Grab sampling |
| Analytical Methodology: | Culture and incubation |
| Documentation: | |
| Analyte | Formula | CAS Number | Detection Limit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legionella | 1 |
CFU/mL | ||
* The analytes and detection limits listed for each method represent the typical detection limits and analytes reported for that particular method. Keep in mind that analyte lists may vary from laboratory to laboratory. Detection limits may also vary from lab to lab and are dependent upon the sample size, matrix, and any interferences that may be present in the sample.